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Treatment for Hemochromatosis (Cont.)

Who Is Involved With Treatment for Hemochromatosis?

Hemochromatosis is usually treated by a specialist in liver disorders (hepatologist), digestive disorders (gastroenterologist), or blood disorders (hematologist). Because of the other problems often associated with hemochromatosis, several other specialists may be on the treatment team, such as:
 
  • Endocrinologist
  • Cardiologist
  • Rheumatologist.
 
Internists or family practitioners can also treat the disease.
 

Treatment for Hemochromatosis: Final Thoughts

The earlier a hemochromatosis diagnosis is made and treated, the better. If treatment for hemochromatosis begins before any organs are damaged, associated conditions -- such as liver disease, heart disease, arthritis, and diabetes -- can be prevented.
 
If these or other conditions have developed, treatment for hemochromatosis cannot cure these conditions, but it will help relieve the symptoms of most of them. The main exception is arthritis, which does not improve even after excess iron is removed.
 
People who have complications of hemochromatosis may want to consider getting treatment from a specialized hemochromatosis center. These centers are located throughout the country.
 

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Written by/reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD